Fish Market

Hands down one of the best home style Thai restaurants disguised as a dive bar. Friendly service and if you hang out long enough you’ll get a free shot of whiskey. The ginger wings were cooked to perfection so juicy and tender.

Tip: to open the front door which has no handles reach for the top corner and pull.

Published 2 years ago

Great dive bar with really good food. I got the fish and chips and they were very tasty, fairly priced too. staff was super nice and the ambiance was great. Also shots on the house every once in a while. Kind of annoying having to open the door from the corner but not a deal breaker haha would recommend!

Published 2 years ago

I feel like I got scammed by the 4.5 star Google review on this place. This place is a dump. As soon as you walk in, my entire group got a bad feeling. Decided not to eat as we felt like the place was unsanitary. Drinks were served in cheap plastic cups. When I went to the bathroom that unsanitary fear was realized. The smell was horrendous and I almost threw up. Please heed this warning.

Published a year ago

Hidden treasure in downtown seaport area. Go for the drinks but the food is a must!

1. Must order their fried rice
2. Must order their ginger wings
3. Must order their pork belly

The staff is also top notch! Make sure to have electrolytes ready. IYKYK

Published a year ago

I walked by Fish Market probably 100 times since I’ve lived in the financial district. Many of my neighbors and friends told me about the place but I never went until recently. It’s now absolutely one of my favorite places in the neighborhood. The staff are incredible, the food is amazing and the free Jameson shots make me happy. I love the variety of the menu and the fun atmosphere. Can’t wait to go back!!!

Published 6 years ago

Wild and crazy and so much fun. Ask for the specials that are NOT on the menu...

Bartenders are awesome. It's loud, but worth it. Get there early.

Published 2 years ago

Possibly the greatest dive bar in the entire city! It was packed for college football when I was there. The Jack and Coke and Jameson was flowing. The ambiance was fun, controlled chaos. And the owner, Jeff, was behind the bar making sure all were having a good time too.

The "Drunken Fish Soup" looks great for hangovers and colds. Need to get me that again soon. Good times were had by all! Most definitely coming back again soon

Published 3 years ago

We loved our evening at Fish Market! An unassuming local bar that has delicious food and amazing service! Our server, John, was so friendly & pleasant! He gave us recommendations on the menu, Jameson shots on the house, and even gave me a little extra wine after I accidentally spilled some on the table (oops!). The atmosphere is so chill. No frills. But delicious food and friendly staff!

Published 3 years ago

Published a year ago

Causal vibe but the food presentation is wonderful. Lots of outdoor tables and people watching. Fantastic restaurant. I got the fried fish, and loved it.

Published a year ago

I feel like I got scammed by the 4.5 star Google review on this place. This place is a dump. As soon as you walk in, my entire group got a bad feeling. Decided not to eat as we felt like the place was unsanitary. Drinks were served in cheap plastic cups. When I went to the bathroom that unsanitary fear was realized. The smell was horrendous and I almost threw up. Please heed this warning.

Published a year ago

Hidden treasure in downtown seaport area. Go for the drinks but the food is a must!

1. Must order their fried rice
2. Must order their ginger wings
3. Must order their pork belly

The staff is also top notch! Make sure to have electrolytes ready. IYKYK

Published a year ago

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Published 2 years ago

One of the best bars in NYC. Will be back many times.

Published 2 years ago

Amazing find. Great food menu if you order from the correct side of the menu.

Published 2 years ago

Best bar in the city.

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Published 2 years ago

IYKYK...Great hidden local spot...the owner is the man and it doesn't take long to find out why.

Published 2 years ago

Rude disrespectful disgusting workers

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Decided to go with my family after briefly looking at the rating and menu. Was not expecting the gloriously sketchy dive bar vibe paired with super friendly wait staff who went out of their way to make a dish work for my mom who has some severe dietary restrictions.

I had the spicy shrimp noodle soup which was really just an out standing flavor, somehow distilled the essence of a seaside dock into a soup, and then added in enough heat to clear your sinuses a little.

Would love to swing by to watch some college football if I ever find my self in New York on an autumn Saturday.

Published 2 years ago

The prices were amazing, the vibes were great, and the location is perfect. I’ll definitely be back.

Published 2 years ago

Always a fun stop.

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

Their crispy chicken is epic

Published 2 years ago

Worst part of that the place was the embarrassment not knowing how to open the front door! But it was a really cool place. Jammed. Unusual in that the food was very good. Asian cuisine. Bartender or waiter or whoever he was walking around doing shots with the customers. I would definitely go back!

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

My favorite place in NYC. Best food, best vibe, best bartenders. We love fishmarket!!!!!!

Published 2 years ago

Really in the cut, super nice service and a great gem to find in seaport!

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Amazing authentic food, always a good vibe !

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Looks like it's closed down on the outside but it's very much alive and open! Love the vibes and treatment here. Bartenders are GREAT and food is tasty. Sometimes the most dingy lookin holes in the wall are the best! Will be coming here again.

Published 2 years ago

Owner here asked for ids for our entire group when it was clear we were all over 30, then handed a bucket of beers to another customer no problem. If you are gonna check id, check the policy consistent. He also suggested we leave immediately. Proceed here with caution.

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

Didn't eat any food went there after rooftop pier concert, great place , welcoming staff, fun place to hang out!!!!

Published 2 years ago

Great dive bar with really good food. I got the fish and chips and they were very tasty, fairly priced too. staff was super nice and the ambiance was great. Also shots on the house every once in a while. Kind of annoying having to open the door from the corner but not a deal breaker haha would recommend!

Published 2 years ago

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Delicious Asian food in a dive bar ambiance. I kinda wish they serve food in real plates and silverware. Eating in with paper plates and plastic silverware makes it feel like eating take outs at home.

Published 2 years ago

Solid spot. Owner is a solid guy and super cool. Go here!

Published 2 years ago

Great drinks, smells like fish. The big mouth billy bass doesn’t work. Not sure if it was just poor upkeep or poor battery discipline. 3/5.

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

Hands down one of the best home style Thai restaurants disguised as a dive bar. Friendly service and if you hang out long enough you’ll get a free shot of whiskey. The ginger wings were cooked to perfection so juicy and tender.

Tip: to open the front door which has no handles reach for the top corner and pull.

Published 2 years ago

Fish focused dive bar and proud of it, it’s a party vibe w/ shots floating around. Thanks for a great time!

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

By far the best hidden gem in New York.

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Family friendly environment.. I LOVE IT

Published 2 years ago

All time NYC dive bar and world class Asian food cooked by mama! Bartenders are so fun and vibes are immaculate

Published 2 years ago

It's great

Published 2 years ago

My home away from home. If you do anything while in NYC, visit Fish Market

Published 2 years ago

Alcohol and food is amazing.

They have the best owners.

All colors friendly.

Please please please come.

Published 2 years ago

Vibe was weird. Super uncomfortable experience. Never given a 1 star review till now.

Bar was a bit crowded so we walked in, said hi to our friends who had already gotten a few rounds, then went to the bathroom line before ordering a drink.

They tapped us on the arm and said “YOU HAVE TO GET A DRINK BEFORE USING THE BATHROOM” then screamed across the bar, finger pointed down on our heads “HEY. MAKE SURE THESE THREE BUY A DRINK BEFORE USING THE RESTROOM. HIM, HIM, AND HER”

So one of us buys a drink. The dude follows us and goes “no. All three of you have to buy a drink.”

And then points on our heads again. And says “this one and this one”

We’re like “ok can the girl in our group pee?” Nope. Everyone needs a drink. Forget the fact that our group already ordered food and drinks.

Place was weird for other reasons but that stuck out. Just be like “hey sorry we have a pretty strict bathroom policy, do you mind buying a drink first?” instead of pointing on a girl’s head and announcing to the bar she can’t pee.

Published 2 years ago

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Grows on you

Published 2 years ago

Wild and crazy and so much fun. Ask for the specials that are NOT on the menu...

Bartenders are awesome. It's loud, but worth it. Get there early.

Published 2 years ago

great atmosphere. Owners are amazing and a lot of fun.

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

The door is hilarious. The food and atmosphere is relaxed and awesome. I really really liked this place. I can’t wait to go back when I’m more hungry cause seriously the food was amazing!

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

If you're not coming here...then you're missing out. Best not only in the city, but anywhere, when it comes to staff, atmosphere, food, and prices.

Thank you Adam, Alex, Jeff, and John for always being the best and providing a memorable experience!

Published 2 years ago

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Walked in and out within a minute. Horrible attitude and service. Rudest people alive. Do not recommend!

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Awesome place to spend some time when on seaport.

Published 2 years ago

This place surprised me.. the drinks are drinks but oh man the fooddd... Ordered the Beef Rendang, Crispy Fried Rice,Stuffed Eggplant and Ginger Wings. So delicious! It is very dive-y and so hard to get a table but I'll definitely go back for the food!

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The food on mamas menu stands erect, like the spine of man.

Published 2 years ago

Drag your friends. Sit yourselves down at the bar, get a beer (or two or three). Crispy fried rice + chicken curry + beef rendang. That's it. That's the hack.

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We paid $19 for 5 shrimps and almost no fries (at first it was only 4!! Then they brought a lone shrimp over to make up for it?). It’s simply overpriced for what they serve. The wings were good I guess

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Fat man behind the bar is on a power trip. He expects a tip for poor service while being rude to his customers, then kicks them out when they don’t tip. Only go here if you don’t have respect for yourself.

Published 2 years ago

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Hidden gem

Published 2 years ago

Best bar in NYC. Best fried rice on the planet

Published 2 years ago

Great dive bar with excellent food, can’t go wrong having a night here

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Published 2 years ago

In my opinion: my experience with this place gets worse by the visit. I remember the food being delicious the very first time I went and I have been bringing my friends to the place but unfortunately have not been able to get a table since then. I was once told they had no more table seatings even though a group of 5+ customers were leaving their table. Some bartenders should pretend better that they enjoy working there lol. If you appear young, expect a negative demeanor.

Published 2 years ago

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Denied my completely real vertical ID (I am 24 years old). Super sick!

Published 2 years ago

Great dive bar, wish I had of came hungry as the food looks great. It was my birthday and they really took care of us. Great juke box also!

Published 2 years ago

Local place, generous portions, good food

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Published 2 years ago

Great locals bar - if you can get thru the door...

Published 2 years ago

Great atmosphere, lovely owners. Even my mother loved this place.

Published 2 years ago

The place was very nice, the fish and chicken wings were very delicious, the drinks too, the place was quite hygienic but the tables were a little dirty, they serve you very well and they don't take long with the food, it only took about 4 minutes to deliver it to me , the truth is very good. 😁

Published 2 years ago

I was surprised about this place, The Fish Market. I found this place online through Yelp. I initially thought that it was a restaurant, but when I showed up there with my friend, I realized that it was a bar.
We went in anyway because I was really looking forward to trying the crispy fried rice with chicken. My friend was game to try anything on the menu. He had their burger with fries.
The food was surprisingly very good! I thought my dish was very tasty. My friend liked his meal just fine.
The atmosphere of the place was like most sports/dive bars; most patrons hanging/sitting at the bar, drinking, etc., loud music, but not enough to where you couldn't hear yourself talk, and big screen TVs showing sports and sports memorabilia on the walls finished off the spaces.
Overall, my friend and I had a good time at The Fish Market. The service was good. We didn't wait long for the food, and the prices were rather affordable for the amount of food you received. I will go back there again in the future and try some of their other menu options.

Published 2 years ago

Don’t come here this place sucks! The owner that wears the stupid hat is a pathetic loser who will ruin your night :(( Honestly though I feel bad for him, he’s miserable because it must suck to be the ugliest and most disgusting creature to ever walk this earth

Published 2 years ago

Would not even let us order, one person was 22 and their I’d wasn’t accepted.
Seriously, place was disgusting anyway

Published 2 years ago

This spot will not dissapoint if you are going with a group of fiends to have drinks and some appetizers. Gem in downtown one of the few real places left like these.

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Super packed tonight but the food gits everytime

Published 2 years ago

Love this dive!
Edit a year later: Still love this dive!

Published 2 years ago

The chubby Asian guy behind the bar is an angry nasty pos. Jumps to conclusions and yells at ppl just because they use the bathroom before ordering a drink/food even after explaining we were looking/meeting friends at his bar to celebrate a birthday (when they were holding the dam cake for my friend) the dummy couldn’t even connect the dots. It’s a shame because we all probably would have had a good time there considering it’s a patriot bar and they hate Biden.

Published 2 years ago

Published 3 years ago

Dive bar with top-notch food. Best lobster roll in the city! Fun and lively atmosphere always. Great bar owners! Hands down best kept secret in the city. I'm so glad we discovered this spot. But you gotta figure out how to get in.

Published 3 years ago

We loved our evening at Fish Market! An unassuming local bar that has delicious food and amazing service! Our server, John, was so friendly & pleasant! He gave us recommendations on the menu, Jameson shots on the house, and even gave me a little extra wine after I accidentally spilled some on the table (oops!). The atmosphere is so chill. No frills. But delicious food and friendly staff!

Published 3 years ago

Best Bar in NYC

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Published 3 years ago

Fun sports bar hidden away in seaport with delicious food.
We enjoyed the ginger wings and shrimp dumplings.
Staff are friendly and will give you a shot!

Published 3 years ago

Published 3 years ago

A magical dive with some of the best food in the city. A cheap beer and anything off of Momma’s Menu is the way to go.

Published 3 years ago

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Published 3 years ago

The food was great, Laksa (off menu) was super rich and flavorful. Fried rice also excellent as were the ginger wings. The rendang is also surprisingly good, and that’s coming from a Sydney Expat.

Really pulled off the dive bar aesthetic complete with a front door that doesn’t have a door knob….hilarious.

The crowd is a little ‘finance-bro-blue-collar-tourism’ but it’s the neighborhood so makes sense.

Would def come back.

Published 3 years ago

Aw man I'm sorry for holding the door open, love this place

Published 3 years ago

Published 3 years ago

Awesome spot. Great family. Delicious food.

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Love this bar. Feels like a neighborhood bar and just the right kind of dive-y. Friendly staff, with Jeff behind the bar and Mama’s home-cooking in the kitchen. Wish it was closer to me, but probably better that it’s not.

Published 3 years ago

Very loud. They don't serve oysters, even though it's written here. So we left.

Published 3 years ago

Wonderful food, friendly service in a non descript environment. Best laksa we had in NYC and my husband loves the Jameson shots. Cheers guys 🥃

Published 3 years ago

Great bar. Free shots. I love it

Published 3 years ago

Published 3 years ago

Possibly the greatest dive bar in the entire city! It was packed for college football when I was there. The Jack and Coke and Jameson was flowing. The ambiance was fun, controlled chaos. And the owner, Jeff, was behind the bar making sure all were having a good time too.

The "Drunken Fish Soup" looks great for hangovers and colds. Need to get me that again soon. Good times were had by all! Most definitely coming back again soon

Published 3 years ago

Published 3 years ago

Great people, great Malaysian food. Nothing fancy and have fun opening the door. (Hint grab the top left corner)

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Great hole in the wall. Fun environment and great service. Brings back memories of old Manhattan 30nyears ago. Looking forward to stopping in again soon

Published 3 years ago

What a nice little nook! Great place to meet up for a quick cocktail and bite to eat. Prices are fair, good atmosphere and even better service.

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What a random but great find. It’s a divey sports bar but also a Malaysian restaurant. Staff were great - so friendly and handing out Jameson shots.
We enjoyed the fried chicken (so crunchy) and the Sambal cod special

Published 3 years ago

Best food and atmosphere in NYC.
Great place.

Published 3 years ago

Truly a legendary NYC hidden gem. Love this place. Open late night

Published 3 years ago

Fun spot! Ofcourse you have to get that door open first though🚪. Free Jameson shots every 5 minutes! What’s not to like? 🥃

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Great place. Been going here for years. I left NYC during Covid but always stop in here when in town. Only bad point is that it’s one of my ex girlfriend’s favorite places😝

Published 3 years ago

Gotta be able to open the door to get in first, but after that it's a great local crowd bar with good food and generous rounds of Jameson by the friendly bartenders!

Published 3 years ago

It takes a lot for me to write a bad review.
Head staff were incredibly rude. Probably one of the absolute worst experiences I’ve ever had. All of the other 1 star reviews are true- you will feel disrespected and wonder why you even stepped foot into this place. However, to make this review fair, I will also include the good. The food was really great, which was a surprise. Come here if you want decent food but also want to feel devalued as a human being.

Published 3 years ago

I love this place!friendly staff,and the fried rice is delicious

Published 3 years ago

Dive bar vibes with incredible Chinese/Malaysian food

Published 3 years ago

If my wife and I could go back in time and get married here we would. Food is amazing, mama is a boss, andAdam and Jeff are amazing!.

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The perfect mix of dive bar and quality international food. I have not found many places like this in NYC. Expect a basic drink menu, but a far from basic food menu - and a few Jameson shots!

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Amazing experience!!!

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Fellow yellows rejoice. This place has solid comfort food offerings albeit pretty pricey. A High Noon was $10/can - ouch. Jameo. Crispy fried rice 👌👌

Published 3 years ago

You have no idea. I'm not here to tell you. Get it. Get it now before it changes.

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These dudes will get you drunk as a skunk.

Published 3 years ago

The food was fresh, tasty, and I enjoyed myself very much.

Published 3 years ago

Genuine atmosphere, lovely bartenders, dog friendly, great location off the Seaport, highly recommend

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Best dive bar in NYC!

Published 3 years ago

the best home cooked meal youll have I promise. The food was the delicious it cant even be described. The actual bar is unassuming and has a great feel to it. The owner was present and behind the bar working and talked with us as we ate and drank at the counter. Cant wait to go back!

Published 3 years ago

So not what I expected. Thought it was a restaurant but it's actually a dive bar. The laksa and fried rice were delish! The owner was originally from Kuala Lumpur so you know his Asian dishes are legit.

Published 3 years ago

The crowd has made them go over their heads. Being rude to customers & having 0 communication between their staffs, 2 saying different things, and shouting and having attitude when we follow instructions. Namely the dude in the picture. #NameandShame

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Best laksa ever

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Maggie a bidge

Published 3 years ago

Best fish soup ever.

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Good food, good vibe

Published 3 years ago

Awesome family-run sports bar with excellent Malay/Chinese food. The most unpretentious dive bar in the seaport/fidi area. This is nowhere else quite like this. I love it.

Published 3 years ago

Best service ever

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This is one of the best bars in the city, with some of the best food available. Don't believe me? Google it. The owner and bartenders treat you like family, only place in the area to get some real home made food. Love it.

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Great plac

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Great dive bar with awesome people working here

Published 3 years ago

Excellent service and differentiating food

Published 3 years ago

Really good Malaysian/Chinese menu, good liquor selection for most mixed drinks, great staff!

Published 3 years ago

The food at this no frills bar and restaurant is amazing. Reasonably priced and delicious.

Published 3 years ago

The greatest place of all time.

Published 3 years ago

Food is delicious, the service is fast, children friendly and relaxed atmosphere.

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Incredible food

Published 3 years ago

One of my favorite bars in the city. Jeff makes it a great time, the food is amazing, and the crowd is fun.

Published 3 years ago

Phenomenal local dive, serving fantastic seafood and Asian fare in a super casual environment. Those who know how to get in... they know.
Excellent fish soup.
Excellent curry chicken.
Greasy and yummy stuffed shrimp puffs and eggplants.
It's heartwarming to know that these real places still exit in the exceedingly chichi FiDi.

Published 3 years ago

Must visit. Period.

Published 3 years ago

Cute late night food spot. Good food. Great staff. My only issue was the front door didn't even have a doorknob and the glass on the door was shattered and tapped in place. It looked like it was closed. After we figured out it was actually open, my friend had to stick her finger into some random orpheus of the door to pull it open. Yeah, get that fixed, lol.

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Premise: dive bar are not my first pick but I appreciated the atmosphere for the genre.

Posh (you are in NYC in the FiDi) and small dive bar, need-to-know where it is, a la speak easy, super friendly staff.
Not recommended for dinner even for a diver bar :) Everything is fried: the fish tacos (and the taco is a little cardboard-y), pop-corn shrimps, mac 'n' cheese, pork dumpling (crispy/chewy, a "little rushed"), and I would recommend to avoid the chicken wings - extra extra dry chicken and not that flavorful.

Published 3 years ago

This place RULES

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Awesome place, super nice people!!

Published 3 years ago

Basic drinks but well prepared (no menu, just beers bottles and wells) though they often give you free shots of Jameson which is awesome. The food is phenomenal though, very good home cooked Chinese food with American spins. A dive bar you'll go back to.

Published 3 years ago

Best bar in NYC, even when mama isn't in the kitchen.
Chicken curry and crunchy fried rice.
Worth the commute from Australia!

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I had a wonderful night here, a bartender just saved the day after I had a terrible dinner at momofuku ssam bar

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This place was amazing! We felt like family the minute we walked in. They welcomed us and our kids for an epic dinner on Christmas Day. Mama’s chicken was the highlight but truly every dish was delicious and the staff was so thoughtful and attentive (Jameson shots are real). Both totally unique and familiar at the same time.

Will come back whenever we are in town

Published 3 years ago